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Blue Origin to Launch New Glenn Rocket, Competing with SpaceX

4/18/2026

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On April 19, 2026, Blue Origin will launch its New Glenn rocket from 6:45 AM to 8:45 AM to challenge SpaceX's dominance.
The mission will carry AST SpaceMobile’s BlueBird 7 satellite to provide 4G and 5G broadband from space.
AST SpaceMobile plans 45 to 60 launches by the end of 2026 with fewer but more powerful satellites.
The competition could affect Starlink, which currently partners with T-Mobile.

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On April 19, 2026, Blue Origin will launch its New Glenn rocket from 6:45 AM to 8:45 AM to challenge SpaceX's dominance.
The mission will carry AST SpaceMobile’s BlueBird 7 satellite to provide 4G and 5G broadband from space.
AST SpaceMobile plans 45 to 60 launches by the end of 2026 with fewer but more powerful satellites.
The competition could affect Starlink, which currently partners with T-Mobile.